Peugeot 208 GTi 30th anniversary special edition with 205bhp revealed

Peugeot is celebrating 30th anniversary of the iconic 205 GTi with a special edition 30th anniversary 208 GTi.

The 208 GTi 30th uses the same 1.6-litre THP petrol engine, but with increased power delivering now 205bhp (up by 7bhp compared to the standard model) and 300Nm of torque linked to a six-speed manual gearbox and Torsen differential and specific suspension that is lowered by 10mm and steering settings.

0-62mph comes in 6.5 seconds and Peugeot also likes to point out the sporty hatch covers 0-1000 metres in 26.5 seconds, while mid-range acceleration between 50 and 70mph is covered in 6.0 seconds.